Sorisamuli - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Sorisamuli is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Tarasingi and around 121 km from Chatrapur. Turumu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorisamuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorisamuli is 410295. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Sorisamuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorisamuli
As per Census 2011, Sorisamuli village has a total population of 1,198 people, consisting of 616 males and 582 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 786 literate and 412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 161 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sorisamuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,198 | 616 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 82 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 475 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 141 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Sorisamuli
Sorisamuli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sorisamuli
Sorisamuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Sorisamuli is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sorisamuli is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorisamuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorisamuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sorisamuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorisamuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sorisamuli
Where is Sorisamuli located?
Sorisamuli village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorisamuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorisamuli is Turumu.
What is the pincode of Sorisamuli?
The pincode of Sorisamuli is 761131.
What is the population of Sorisamuli?
Sorisamuli has a total population of 1,198, including 616 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Sorisamuli?
There are 264 households in Sorisamuli.
What is the literacy rate in Sorisamuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorisamuli is 65.61%. Male literacy is 77.11% and female literacy is 53.44%.